We present a simplified version of a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized premix that is loaded full of tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Place every components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, take off the heat and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour to a clean bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it can be stored for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to cool it down. Pour to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
